Chris's story
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Chris was street homeless for two years after an illegal eviction - and being disabled and wheelchair bound made it even more difficult to find a new home.
‘I had applied to the council as homeless last year. They recognised that I was unintentionally homeless but did not put me in priority need.
'However, I dragged them through the county court on three occasions with the help of the best housing lawyer that I have ever met - thanks to the local Shelter office for giving me the contact. In the end I won on no less than 17 points of law! The council are now actively seeking to re-house me.
'I am also suing the council under the Disability Discrimination Act 2005.
'Be warned that councils seem to have the policy of trying to put you off, but you must insist on your rights! See Shelter and get a decent lawyer. Thank you Shelter, and keep up the good work.’
Sound familiar?
If you're in a similar situation to Chris, you can:
- find out more about illegal eviction
- read more about making a homeless application to the council, including how to challenge council decisions
- find out about advice services in your area, so you can get advice face-to-face.
To respect the privacy of individuals, models have been used and names have been changed.
